(02.13.13) 1,000s of Winter Coats Available to Oklahomans in Need

As the snow falls, The Salvation Army has 1,000s of winter coats available to keep Oklahomans warm.

Thanks to the generous donations of Oklahomans through the Brad Edwards KFOR Warmth 4 Winter Program, County Commissioner Brian Maughan’s Office, the South Oklahoma City Rotary and Chesapeake’s Winter on Western event, The Salvation Army in downtown Oklahoma City has 1,000s of coats to keep Oklahomans warm.

“For anyone who needs a winter coat we have one for every size, shape and style. From youth to seniors, we have something for everyone that will be sure to keep you warm,” said County Commissioner Brian Maughan.

The Salvation Army’s Social Services Office is located at 501 S. Harvey, Oklahoma City, Okla. 73109.

All Oklahomans are invited to pick up a coat on Monday – Thursday from 9 a.m. – 12 noon, and 1 – 4 p.m.

What do we do?

Spiritual Care – The Salvation Army is a church with ordained ministers equipped to provide spiritual formation and growth

Feed the hungry – more than 300,000 meals served yearly; 36,000-plus grocery orders given

Shelter families – The Salvation Army Men’s and Family Shelters provided over 29,000 nights of shelter

Senior programs – We have FIVE senior centers in Central Oklahoma that give the elderly a place to call their own as well as a hot meal every day

Boys & Girls Club – The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Clubs offer a safe, fun and educational place for at-risk children after school and during summer

Disaster response – The Salvation Army is a first-line disaster response organization, serving food, water, long-term and short-term care and comfort after natural or man-made disasters.

Service – The Salvation Army Central Oklahoma provided aid to over 139,000 people in Central Oklahoma alone!

We’re “Doing the Most Good!”
The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible, and its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.